Former President Obama Criticizes Trump for Violating Basic Protocol

May 7, 2026 • Google News World

Former US President Barack Obama has publicly criticized President Donald Trump for allegedly breaking an “obvious” rule. According to reports, Obama made these comments during a recent interview with Stephen Colbert.

In the interview, Obama expressed concerns about Trump’s business dealings and what he perceived as a lack of transparency in his financial activities. Specifically, Obama stated that the president should not have multiple side hustles while holding public office.

Additionally, Obama discussed Trump’s directives to the Department of Justice (DOJ), which he described as an attempt to politicize the criminal justice system. Obama expressed his concerns about this development and emphasized the importance of maintaining the independence of the DOJ.

Obama also touched on other topics during the interview, including a discussion with historian John Mamdani and a hypothetical conversation about extraterrestrial life. However, it is unclear how these topics relate to Trump’s presidency or policies.

The comments from Obama come as he continues to be an active voice in public discourse, offering his thoughts on various issues affecting the country.

Source: Google News World